Splendours of Rome and Venice

ⓘ Price includes £20/pp local charges, payable at accommodation

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Overview

“Italy is a dream that keeps returning for the rest of your life” – Anna Akhmatova, poet

Italy, ah Italy! Every heart beats for this capsule of bygone and changing times. Italian art, architecture and culture have left an unforgettable mark on many. And now the Italian Dream is yours! Why not visit both Rome and Venice in just one fantastic trip? How? As your god of Mercury, we make the arrangements, so you can explore two cities for the price of one!

First up, we fly you to the Eternal City of Rome for two nights at the 4 star The Raganelli Hotel. With round-the-clock energy and jaw-dropping views, Rome offers everything you’ve been dreaming of. Hiding more secrets than its many emperors, from the centre of civilisation to the Roman Empire, this glam city is the hub of awe and wonder.

Next up, thunder across the vastness of Italy's plains in a scenic train crossing the magnificent country. Chug across the vine-sprinkled hillsides and see village churches and solitary elderly men hoeing fields.Various timings are available so please feel free to ask for an upgrade.

Hotel Plaza is a 4-star hotel right in front of Venezia Mestre Train Station. Easy to reach from Venezia-Mestre highway exit, this hotel is the ideal base for all those who are travelling by car and want to visit the wonderful Venice and the other cities in the surroundings.

Special attention to the clientele is shown in a comfortable and relaxing environment creating all the basic necessity for a wonderful stay.

Fly back to the UK from Venice, pumped full of lasting memories of both magical cities!

What's Included

We take care of return flights from the UK
2 nights stay at the 4 star The Raganelli Hotel in Rome
Standard rail travel from Rome to Venice
2 nights accommodation at the 4 star Hotel Plaza Venice in Venice (Traveller's Choice 2022)
Both hotels include daily breakfast
Free Wi-Fi

Highlights

Two Italian cities for the price of one with 4 star hotels
See Rome’s endless treasures from the Colosseum to the Forum
Marvel at the Sistine Chapel and its fresco by Michelangelo
Throw a coin into the Trevi Fountain to ensure your return
Train journey takes you through breathtaking scenery
Sit back and discover the sights of Venice on a Gondola Ride
“Don’t Look Now” but speeding your way is the water bus!
Head to a hidden myriad of historic wonders and art galleries
Get your camera ready for the oh so elegant Rialto Bridge

Accommodation & Facilities

The Raganelli Hotel

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The Raganelli Hotel

The Raganelli Hotel, situated close to the Vatican City, is an elegant hotel offering all the comforts expected from a four-star hotel.

With 45 rooms, the Raganelli Hotel has the ideal size for combining the cosiness of a small boutique hotel with the comfort of a luxurious four star hotel.

Ask at reception for details on how to reach the historic centre by public transport. The staff will be on hand to provide you with all the tourist information you may need to make your stay in Rome special. Start the day with a delicious fresh buffet breakfast in the breakfast hall, enjoy stunning views from the hotel’s roof garden during the day, or relax with a refreshing beverage at the hotel’s bar.

Ideal for couples looking for a romantic break in the Eternal City, or fami

Hotel Plaza, Venice

★★★★

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Hotel Plaza, Venice

Situated opposite Venice Mestre railway station, Hotel Plaza Venice Mestre is a short drive from the famous Grand Canal and Church of San Salvador.

The Hotel Plaza in Venice Mestre has recently been renovated to include improved sound-proofing technologies for all rooms.The Plaza's rooms feature classic furnishings in warm colors. Each has a fully equipped bathroom with modern shower.

For breakfast, enjoy the extensive buffet, or dine in the hotel’s Soul Kitchen restaurant which is open all day and boasts an eclectic menu of Italian and traditional dishes, and enjoy wine from its international cellar. For something more informal, the modern and stylish Plaza Café provides the perfect setting for an informal brunch, cocktail or appetizing first course dish.